Recall #04-562 · Published July 6, 2004

Multi-surface Steam Cleaner with Attachments

CPSC, Euroflex Americas Inc., and QVC Announce Recall of Steam Cleaners

CPSC published a recall notice for Multi-surface Steam Cleaner with Attachments from Multi-surface on July 6, 2004. CPSC identifies this hazard: Some of the attachments are missing an "O" ring in the handle, allowing hot steam and water to escape, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The official remedy states: Repair kits are being provided by QVC to the consumer.

Recalled Euroflex Monster 55 Multi-surface Steam Cleaner
Recalled Euroflex Monster 55 Multi-surface Steam Cleaner
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Why it was recalled

Some of the attachments are missing an "O" ring in the handle, allowing hot steam and water to escape, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents and injuries

22 complaints of steam escaping, which could burn the user holding the steam cleaner. None required medical treatment.

Official remedy

Repair kits are being provided by QVC to the consumer.

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Euroflex Americas Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Recall number
04-562
Units
About 22,000
Manufactured in
Italy
Sold at / sales period
QVC television nationwide, from February 2004 to March 2004, at $69.

Multi-surface Steam Cleaner with Attachments

CPSC product type: Steamers

Recall contact information

Call QVC Customer Service toll-free at (800) 367-9444 between 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET, seven days per week. Also, call Euroflex toll-free at (888) 896-8786, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.

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